The criteria used by Medical Research Council (MRC) peer review panels to score funding applications.
Score 10
The application is exceptional. It very strongly meets all of the assessment criteria to the highest standard. The panel agrees that it is difficult to articulate how the application could be improved.
Score 9
The application is outstanding. It very strongly meets all of the assessment criteria.
Score 8
The application is excellent. It strongly meets all of the assessment criteria.
Score 7
The application is very good. It meets the assessment criteria well, but with some minor weaknesses or limitations.
Score 6
The application is good. It meets the assessment criteria well, but with some clear weaknesses or limitations.
Score 5
The application is adequate. It meets the assessment criteria, but with clear weaknesses or limitations.
Score 4
The application is weak. It meets the assessment criteria, but with significant weaknesses or limitations.
Score 3
The application is poor. It meets the assessment criteria, but has major weaknesses or limitations.
Score 2
The application is unsatisfactory. It does not meet one or more of the assessment criteria.
Score 1
The application is unsatisfactory. It does not meet any of the assessment criteria.
Last updated: 5 August 2024